1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 383 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
